US Bridges

Dover Ridge over Draw

FairPosted for load

Bexar County, Texas · 2.60 MI W of Bandera RD · Structure no. 150150B09883001

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
5,979
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Dover Ridge over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying Dover Ridge over Draw in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 5,979 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,000 by 2031. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesDover Ridge
CrossesDraw
Location2.60 MI W of Bandera RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBexar County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.50887, -98.6698
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,979 (2020)
Projected traffic2,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Dover Ridge over Draw built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is Dover Ridge over Draw in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does Dover Ridge over Draw carry?

About 5,979 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Dover Ridge over Draw?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Dover Ridge over Draw?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.